King's Park Infant School, Dereham
52%
Capacity
47
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About King's Park Infant School, Dereham
King's Park Infant School, Dereham is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 47 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity.
Ofsted has rated King's Park Infant School, Dereham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Creed, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
King's Park Infant School, Dereham is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 13 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
King's Park Infant School, Dereham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King's Park Infant School, Dereham include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Netball, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, King's Park Infant School, Dereham is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kings Park, Dereham, Breckland, NR19 2AG |
| Headteacher | Rachel Creed |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 47 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 47 / 90 (52% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
19 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kings Park, Dereham
Breckland, NR19 2AG
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